1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
| Model | Bianchina | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2980 mm |
